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Fourth Jerusalem Marathon on 21 March 2014 - Run Through History ©Jerusalem Winner Marathon
Fourth Jerusalem Marathon on 21 March 2014 – Run Through History
Mayor's Greeting – Dear Runners,
As a dedicated sports enthusiast and marathon runner, who has participated in five marathons in different cities around the world, I can personally attest that there is nothing like the Jerusalem Marathon.
This is an opportunity to get a direct experience of the city in all its aspects: the various communities, the amazing landscape, the new cultural centers, its fascinating history, the fast-growing development and construction, and the unique touristic sites, all this while breathing the proverbial ''mountain air- as clear as wine''.
The Jerusalem Marathon was chosen at the beginning of 2013 by the British running magazine ''Women's running Magazine'' as one of the top 10 international spring running events around the world. Without any doubt, the fascinating and challenging running course in Jerusalem provides the perfect experience for the runners, in a city that many people around the world turn their eyes to.
In the last year, more than 20,000 runners from 54 different countries participated in the marathon, and it was the biggest international marathon in Israel, with 1,730 participants from abroad. The Jerusalem Marathon is also the most socially engaged one in Israel, and in the last year over 5,500 runners participated to promote social causes.
This is the fourth year of the Jerusalem Marathon, and it is expected to be an extraordinary experience, just like the ones before. I would like to invite you- all runners, amateurs and professionals alike, alone, in groups or families, students and soldiers, of all religions and ethnic backgrounds, to come and take part in the 2014 marathon, which will be even bigger, more exciting and unforgettable then before.
The fourth International Jerusalem Marathon will be launched on 21 March 2014.
See you all the starting line!
Nir Barkat
Mayor of Jerusalem
The International Jerusalem Winner Marathon will be held on March 21, 2014.
The marathon courses were especially selected to recount Jerusalem's 3000-year historical narrative since the beginning of its existence.
The Jerusalem Winner Marathon is a spectacular one which challenges the runners while exposing them to magnificent views and Jerusalem's unique culture.
This marathon includes both competitive and amateur courses :
The complete marathon – 42 km
The half marathon – 21 km
The 10 km race.
The 5 km race
Racing for a Cause – 800 m
Participants who choose to compete in the full or half marathons will enjoy an exceptional event and will be invited to join the traditional Pasta dinner .
In the course of the days preceding the marathon, the municipality of Jerusalem will host an EXPO fair, displaying an exhibition on the themes of sports and health, which will take place at the ICC Jerusalem International Convention Center, on March 18-20 between 03:00-11:00pm.
This particular date of the marathon has been selected especially in order to offer the runners comfortable weather and a low level of humidity.
The city of Jerusalem is blessed with the type of weather and humidity level which facilitate pleasant conditions for challenging and gratifying sports such as this marathon.
Sign in here to register for the International Jerusalem Marathon and be a part of an unforgettable experience.
Marathon day events
Runners in the different races, Jerusalem residents and the marathon's many guests can anticipate an exciting racing experience. A variety of booths and activities will be positioned along the marathon's course and at the convening and finish areas at Sacher Park, creating a festive atmosphere throughout the city.
Friday, 21.3.2014 | 06:00 – 13:00 | Happening along the Marathon route
A ''Sport Happening'' will take place at the Sacher Park for the enjoyment of runners, their families and the general public. Trampoline jumping, kickboxing classes, Zumba, drumming bands, stretching exercises, street artists, jugglers, drum and rhythm groups and much more.
A variety of food stalls as well as an exhibition of the leading sports brands will also be open in the area.
Approximately 30,000 guests are expected to attend the Sports and Health festival which will be held on March 18-20, 2014.
Get ready to the big Sports & Health Fair of Israel, which is held for the 4th year at the ICC Jerusalem International Convention Center, as part of the International Winner Marathon of Jerusalem.
Sports and Health Expo:
Dates: March 18-20.
Opening hours: 3pm – 10pm
Location: ICC Jerusalem International Convention Center, near the central bus station. Accessible to all means of public transportation, including the light rail.
Parking: ICC Jerusalem International Convention Center parking lot, free of charge.
Entrance: Free of charge.
Your are invited to a sports' experience that will include a fair of the leading sport's products in Israel, activities, lessons and presentations on a central stage, special sales promotions for the fair and the upcoming Marathon, a pasta delight evening for the runners, lectures by guests from abroad and more.
The registration for presenters at the fair is still open!
To the list of presenters (updated daily)
To reserve an exhibition space at the fair and additional information, please contact:
Tessia Aylon, Sports' Expo – tasaylon@gamail.com
The traditional pasta dinner will be held on Thursday, March 20.
Admission is free for marathon and half-marathon participants.
Source: Jerusalem Marathon
Jerusalem Marathon
Related:
Breathtaking Jerusalem Winner Marathon – March 21, 2014
Breathtaking Jerusalem Marathon March 16th, 2012
